Ron DeSantis’ political work keeps him in the public eye, which benefits his marriage to Casey.
Casey DeSantis, though, was already well-known for her position as a regional news anchor.
Who is Casey DeSantis? Ron DeSantis’ wife
Casey DeSantis was born Jill Casey Black in Troy, Ohio, on June 26, 1980.
After graduating from the College of Charleston, the host of the Golf Channel programmes On The Tee and PGA Tour Today launched her broadcasting career.
While serving as an anchor for the independent Florida station WJXT, Casey increased her local notoriety.
The journalist has also worked for ABC affiliate WJXX and NBC affiliate WTLV in Jacksonville.
Casey wed future Florida governor Ron DeSantis in September 2010.
Earlier, while covering a golf match at the University of Florida, the then-TV anchor had a chance encounter with then-Navy Officer Ron.
Casey spoke to Initial Coast News about their first meeting and how it led to marriage, saying, “We met at the University of North Florida at the driving range off Kernan.
“I kept looking over my shoulder because I wanted the bucket of balls that somebody had left because my swing was so terrible.
“I needed as much practice as I could possibly get. As I’m looking over behind me, Ron is over there. He thinks I’m looking at him.”
The broadcaster recalled: “I was really looking at the balls. Long story short we started to talk and that’s how we met.”
She added: “He’s always been a guy that’s been pushing me in the right direction to succeed and I think that’s very special.
“He does a good job. I’m very appreciative of the job he does when he gets the chance to be home.”
How many children Ron and Casey have?
Together, Ron and Casey are parents to three kids: Mason, a son, and two daughters named Madison and Mamie.
Mamie, their youngest child, was born in March 2020.
The baby’s arrival was announced on Twitter by Florida’s First Lady on March 30. She wrote: “Ron and I are extremely blessed to welcome our new baby girl, Mamie to the world.
“At 7 lbs 4 oz she was the smallest of the bunch, but she is already holding her own. Madison and Mason are so excited for their new baby sister!”
It was disclosed that Casey had been given a breast cancer diagnosis on October 4, 2021.
“I am devastated to learn that Florida’s distinguished First Lady and my loving wife has been diagnosed with breast cancer,” Ron DeSantis said in a statement.
“As the mother of three young children, Casey is the centerpiece of our family and has made an impact on the lives of countless Floridians through her initiatives as First Lady.
“As she faces the most difficult test of her life, she will have not only have my unwavering support but the support of our entire family, as well as the prayers and well wishes from Floridians across our state. Casey is a true fighter, and she will never, never, never give up.”
It was disclosed that Casey had been given a breast cancer diagnosis on October 4, 2021.
“I am devastated to learn that Florida’s distinguished First Lady and my loving wife has been diagnosed with breast cancer,” Ron DeSantis said in a statement.
“After going through both treatment and surgery for breast cancer, she is now considered cancer free.
“She still has more to do, but I’m confident she’s going to make a full recovery. Thank you for all your thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all.”